Nafath aims to be a key information resource for disseminating the facts about latest trends and innovation in the field of ICT Accessibility. It is published in English and Arabic languages on a quarterly basis and intends to be a window of information to the world, highlighting the pioneering work done in our field to meet the growing demands of ICT Accessibility and Assistive Technology products and services in Qatar and the Arab region.
Nafath © 2021 by Mada Center, Qatar is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.
Research article 
Open access |
Available online on: 26 October, 2021 |
Last update: 10 November, 2021
1. Introduction
Innovation has played a substantial role in the field of Accessibility to the Information Communication Technology (ICT) throughout the past decade. The impact of these groundbreaking achievements has been reflected throughout all industries including...
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Research article Open access |
Available online on: 26 October, 2021 |
Last update: 10 November, 2021
1. Introduction
Home automation, through computers, electronics, and telecommunications, is at the service of people with disability in terms of security, comfort, and social bonding. It is based on the ability to interact remotely with the house's equipment, which makes...
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Research article Open access |
Available online on: 26 October, 2021 |
Last update: 10 November, 2021
1. Introduction
With the emerging new technology aids such as Spinal Cord Electrical Stimulators, new hope is being found for people who have suffered spinal cord or brain injuries that led to severe mobility issues and sometimes total paralysis. Brains usually are passing...
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Research article Open access |
Available online on: 26 October, 2021 |
Last update: 10 November, 2021
1. Introduction
Pictograms (also called symbols) are widely used in daily life as a type of visual language, such as transportation venue signs (airport, rail station, etc.), road signs, care symbols on clothing, or direction symbols (Tijus et al., 2007). This shows how...
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Research article Open access |
Available online on: 26 October, 2021 |
Last update: 10 November, 2021
1. Introduction
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental condition that involves persistent challenges in social interaction, speech and nonverbal communication, and restricted/repetitive behaviors. The effects of ASD and the severity of symptoms are...
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Research article Open access |
Available online on: 26 October, 2021 |
Last update: 10 November, 2021
1. Introduction
In cooperation with its strategic partners, Mada Center works to identify the needs of persons with disabilities for assistive technology and digital access solutions in Arabic. The center has supported start-ups and entrepreneurs to localize technological...
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